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Clifton Suspension Bridge BB68_05597
CLIFTON SUSPENSION BRIDGE, Bristol. The bridge under construction, November 1863. Work began on the bridge in 1836 under the supervision of Isambard Kingdom Brunel but stopped due to lack of funds. Work resumed in the 1860s and the bridge was finished in 1864. Howarth-Loomes Collection
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Media ID 18884985
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 21.6cm (9.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, CLIFTON SUSPENSION BRIDGE, BB68_05597, transports us back in time to November 1863, during the final stages of construction of the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol. The image, part of the esteemed Howarth-Loomes Collection held by Historic England Archive, offers a unique glimpse into the past, revealing the intricate engineering process that brought this Victorian marvel to life. Isambard Kingdom Brunel initiated the project in 1836, but due to financial constraints, construction ceased. The bridge's completion was eventually achieved in 1864 under the supervision of William Henry Barlow and John Hawkshaw. In this photograph, we can see the bridge taking shape, with workers meticulously constructing the suspension cables and the towers that would support them. The intricate details of the ironwork, the cranes and hoists, and the workers in their Victorian attire all contribute to the rich historical context of the image. The Clifton Suspension Bridge is an enduring symbol of engineering excellence and Victorian ingenuity. Its elegant design, spanning the Avon Gorge and connecting Clifton and Leigh Woods, has made it a beloved landmark and a testament to the engineering prowess of the past. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the dedication and perseverance required to bring such a monumental project to fruition, and it continues to inspire awe and admiration in generations to come.
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